Elective Programs
Elective Programs (Reserved for rising 4th grade and older)
Widji Ski School
This program consists of an additional 10 hours of water skiing instruction, in five separate lessons. All overnight campers have the opportunity to learn to ski during their regular schedule. This program is for campers to expand on their abilities and spend more time learning new skills. Ski school will replace regularly scheduled tribe activities.
Equestrian School
This program consists of an additional 10 hours of equestrian training, broken into five lessons. All campers have the opportunity to go on a trial ride. In the expanded program, the campers will learn the skills necessary to keep a horse healthy and happy. They will learn how to saddle and brush a horse, clean stalls and will develop new riding skills. Equestrian school will replace regularly scheduled tribe activities.
Spirit of America Boater Safety Course
Thunderbird campers (grades 6-9) may choose to participate in the Spirit of America Boater Safety Course to learn safe boating skills in several different types and sizes of watercraft, including canoes, kayaks, sailboats, jon boats, motor boats and jet skis. Spirit of America provides an ideal environment for the students to learn, react and develop lifelong boating skills. It is designed to empower campers to develop self esteem, teamwork, safe seamanship and responsible behavior while learning how to boat skillfully, safely and joyfully. Due to Camp Widjiwagan's partnership with TWRA, campers who successfully complete the course will have the opportunity to earn their Tennessee boater license.
C.I.L.T. Leadership Program
